Richard Christopher Wakeman (born 18 May 1949) is an English keyboard player, composer, songwriter and raconteur. He is known for being the keyboardist for progressive rock band Yes and latterly as a contributor to the BBC TV comedy show Grumpy Old Men.
He had classical piano training and was a pioneer in the use of electronic keyboards and in the use of a rock band in combination with orchestra and choir. He hosts a regular radio show on Planet Rock. He is considered by many to be one of the best rock keyboardists of all time.